The reshuffle came after former president Suhas Samant resigned, taking responsibility for the loss, with the entire executive committee stepping down soon after. To infuse new energy into the organisation, the Thackeray faction handed over the reins to Ahir, who is known for his experience in labour unions and organisational acumen.
In the new executive team, Nitin Nandgaonkar, the party’s deputy leader, has been named general secretary, while Gaurishankar Khot will serve as chief guide. Nandgaonkar is recognised for his outspoken advocacy on public issues.
Despite a joint panel between Uddhav Thackeray’s and Raj Thackeray’s factions in the recent BEST elections, the alliance faced defeat. The BJP subsequently claimed that the “Thackeray brand” had lost its influence in Mumbai and Maharashtra.
With the BMC polls approaching, Uddhav Thackeray’s latest organisational shake-up signals his intent to reclaim lost ground and reinforce his party’s hold over the city.
